Secondary English Teacher

About ACCAustralian Christian College (ACC) is a protestant non-denominational, Christian Education organisation, whose mission is to develop each and every student to be equipped spiritually, academically, socially and physically to flourish into their full potential, and be a positive influence on the world around them. ACC is wholeheartedly committed to excellence in education so that students are "well known, well loved, and well taught" by dedicated trained Christian staff.ACC is part of Christian Education Ministries, with 17 schools in 5 states, and is also the largest non-government Distance Education provider in Australia..About Darling DownsIn 2027, our Darling Downs campus in Hilbert is a K-12, co-educational Christian school that is blessed with a spacious and modern campus, set in peaceful and semi-rural surroundings. The school community is currently experiencing rapid growth and we are in an exciting phase of building solid foundations for continued expansion.We're praying for the right staff to come and join our team, and we're thankful that you would consider our College as a place where you will have meaningful relationships and do meaningful work.We would encourage you to learn more about our College to see if you might be a good fit for our vision and culture. In addition to our College website, you can learn more about our staff culture by downloading a copy of the ACC Way.RequirementsAbout the roleIf you're looking for an exciting opportunity to work as part of a dynamic teaching team in a growing school, then we invite you to consider this position. We are seeking to appoint a full time Secondary English Teacher commencing Term 1 2027. Teachers with the capacity to also teach in another learning area will be highly regarded.This is a full time position, with the potential for a suitably qualified candidate to take on an immediate or future leadership responsibility.The successful candidate will hold the following core responsibilities: Holistic Student Development: Deliver high-quality education that nurtures students academically, socially, and spiritually, aligning with the school's Christian valuesCommunity Engagement: Actively and positively engage with parents and the broader school community to support student successProfessional Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues to implement whole-school programs, pedagogy, policies, and curriculumThe successful candidates will implement a pedagogical framework and foster a classroom environment based on the following principles:Evidence-Based Instruction: Base teaching strategies on the Science of Learning and the underpinning Cognitive Load Theory, utilising daily reviews and retrieval practices to ensure knowledge retentionResponsive & Data-Informed Teaching: Regularly check for understanding, provide quality feedback, and use data to design rich learning tasks that stretch student thinkingPositive Tone: Create an appealing, safe, engaging, and inclusive classroom spaceClear Routines: Establish and maintain structures and routines so every student clearly understands expectations, while also having fun!As lifelong learners, all teachers at ACC should be willing to engage in professional development opportunities, including coaching, to collectively improve practice.About YouHave suitable teaching qualifications and experienceHave a valid WWC checkWilling to share your faith and incorporate Christian perspectives into your teachingPassionate about helping young people thrive in all areas of lifeImplements an explicit, teacher directed instruction approach to teachingHas the right mindset for a growing schoolHighly motivated and aim to continually improve your teaching abilitiesConfident in the use of technologyHave a servant heart and vibrant Christian faithBenefitsBuild a culture of excellent teaching within an authentic Christian schoolEAP Program with free counselling sessionsEmployee benefits program with 15-50% off leading retail brandsJoin a faith community that shares regular worship events, devotions and prayerBe part of a growing group of organisations reimagining Christian Education in AustraliaOpportunity to be creative and explore the latest pedagogical practices without the constraints of bureaucracyAn attractive remuneration package which includes annual pay increases and superannuation entitlements.